Blackthorn Mews is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 6XR is located in the Healey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, OL12 6XR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 6XP, OL12 6PA, OL12 6XU, OL12 6NN, OL12 6BB, OL12 6NP, OL12 6NX, OL12 6NS, OL12 6NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL12 6XR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.6% | 40.6% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 37.1% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 14.3% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 6.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.5% | 47.3% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33.2% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.3% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.6% | 18.9% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 12.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 21.1% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 17.6% | 0.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 22% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 5.1% | 9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 6.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 91.6% | 81.3% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 88.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 4.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 88.8% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.1% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 38.6% | 46.2% | -7.6% |
| Muslim | 14.1% | 6.5% | 7.6% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blackthorn Mews was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Healey average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-12-15 | £189,665 |
| 2 Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2017-12-21 | £198,489 |
| 7 Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2015-08-14 | £192,857 |
| 3 Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2010-11-26 | £243,121 |
| 5 Blackthorn Mews, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2008-01-04 | £141,074 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawclough Community Primary School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Healey Foundation Primary School Earnshaw Avenue , OL12 0ST | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Primary School Greenbank Road , OL12 0HZ | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spotland Primary School Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Maud Street , OL12 0EL | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 2,191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 3,485 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 3,811 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 1,648 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 944 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 996 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 1,959 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Howarth School Great Howarth Road , OL12 9HJ | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Jacks @ Thunk | Unit D2 Fieldhouse Industrial Estate | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talbot Head | Talbot Head Public House, 20-22 Shawclough Road | 336 yd | |
| Riflemans Arms | 11 Mizzy Road | 506 yd | |
| The Albion Inn | 600 Whitworth Road | 586 yd | |
| The Healey Hotel | 172 Shawclough Road | 599 yd | |
| Cronkeyshaw Social Club | 11 Cronkeyshaw Road | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shauns Fish and Chips Shawclough | 32 Shawclough Road | 284 yd | |
| Bellas Sandwich Bar | 42 Shawclough Road | 284 yd | |
| Top Wok | 366 Whitworth Road | 332 yd | |
| Bright & Breezy | Unit D22, Fieldhouse Industria, Fieldhouse Road | 719 yd | |
| Balti Express | Jape One Business Centre, Dell Road | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Whitworth Road | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shawclough Community Primary School THRUM HALL LANE | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 717 yd |
| Brownhill School HEIGHTS LANE | 816 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.